The Kootenay Gallery of Art, History, and Science Society is thrilled to announce the selection of The Marc Boutin Architectural Collaborative Inc. (MBAC), with Patkau Architects Inc., as the architectural design collaboration team, for its highly anticipated gallery relocation and renovation project. Following a rigorous Request for Proposals (RFP) process that drew submissions from top-tier […]

The City of Castlegar has received $158,215 through the Local Government Development Approvals Program administered by the Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) to support a new housing initiative focused on standardized housing designs, modular and prefabricated construction, and streamlined development approvals. The funding will support the City’s Infill Housing Program, which aims to make it […]

It’s kitten season, and with that means shelters are getting busier. While the BC SPCA West Kootenay is keeping up with demands, limited space and foster homes can lead to waitlists for those looking to surrender animals. The BC SPCA West Kootenay is calling upon animal lovers in the community to open their hearts and homes to […]

Come out to the Rossland Museum for July 1st – we have an amazing line-up of activities, ceremony, community groups, cake, and live music from 11 am to 4 pm. Check out the games, crafts, and bouncy house fun, grab some food, and settle down to enjoy the show. The ceremony starts at noon, with […]

With warmer weather and an increase in the availability of electric transportation devices, the Castlegar RCMP are reminding users to familiarize themselves with local laws and regulations before operating these devices. Police have observed a rise in the use of electric transportation devices—including e‑bikes, e‑scooters, and more recently e‑dirt bikes—on sidewalks, bike lanes, roadways, and other public […]

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is an advanced driver assistance system designed to make highway driving easier and more comfortable. Unlike traditional cruise control, which only maintains a single set speed, ACC uses sensors to track vehicles ahead of you. It automatically brakes and accelerates to keep a safe, pre-set following distance. However, ACC is a […]

The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary Emergency Management team is inviting Rossland residents to a free community preparedness evening designed to help people better understand how local emergency management works – and how simple steps taken now can make a big difference during emergencies. The event will take place on Wednesday, June 24 from 7:00 p.m. […]

In April 2026, 119 people in British Columbia lost their lives to suspected unregulated-drug toxicity according to preliminary data reported by the BC Coroners Service, equating to about four deaths per day. In 2026, deaths among those between the ages of 30 and 59 have accounted for 68% of drug-toxicity deaths in the province, and […]

Prepare for an evening of thrills, laughs, and jaw-dropping spectacle as The Monsters of Schlock and Neil E. Dee bring Canada’s greatest sideshow collaboration to the Charles Bailey Theatre in Trail on Saturday, June 27. Combining world-record-setting talent with outrageous comedy and dangerous stunts, this unique live performance promises an unforgettable experience for fans of […]

Castlegar RCMP are investigating an assault that occurred on 6 Avenue on June 1, 2026, at approximately 4:07 p.m., according to Castlegar RCMP Sgt. Monty Taylor. Taylor said police received a report that a young woman was outside a residence loading items into a vehicle when she was approached by a group of youths. He said […]